greenback
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The Japanese unit strengthened from a four-decade low around 163 to the greenback Friday, to 155.23 Monday, its best level since May, before paring the gains.
From Barron's ● Aug. 4, 2026
The WSJ Dollar Index rose as the greenback strengthened against the yen.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026
U.S. companies, however, don’t always love a robust greenback because it can reduce the value of their overseas sales and profits.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 29, 2026
For example, currently elevated interest rates can draw foreign capital into dollar assets, pushing up the value of the greenback.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 29, 2026
I wouldn’t do it even if Anatole paid me in greenback American dollars.
From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver
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